Trails by Moonlight: Hunter's Moon

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025

Location: 16900 Cherry Lane, Lago Vista, TX

Registration closes: Wednesday, October 1 @ 11:59 PM CT

Event Formats

• Hunter’s Moon's Howl: 8-Hour Night Trail Run/Hike
  Start Time: 10:30 PM
  End Time: 6:30 AM
  Distance: 3.3-mile marked loop course
  Goal: Complete as many laps as possible within 8 hours
• Hunter’s Moon's Last Stand: 12-Hour Last Runner Standing
  Start Time: 7:00 PM (Oct 4)
  End Time: 7:00 AM (Oct 5) or when final runner remains
  Distance: 4.17-mile loop
  Rules: Complete one loop every hour on the hour

Registration & Pricing

Hunter's Moon's Howl
Early Bird (July 1 - Aug 23): $45
Regular (Aug 24 - Sept 20): $55
Late (Sept 21 - Oct 4): $65

Hunter's Moon's Last Stand
Early Bird (July 1 - Aug 23): $55
Regular (Aug 24 - Sept 20): $65
Late (Sept 21 - Oct 4): $75

Trails by Moonlight Series Discount: Register for both races and save:
Early Bird: $80
Regular: $100
Late: $120

Race Day Schedule

• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Packet pickup at Northshore Trails
• 6:00 PM: Last Stand check-in opens
• 7:00 PM: Hunter’s Moon Last Stand starts
• 9:30 PM: Howl check-in opens
• 10:30 PM: Hunter’s Moon Howl starts
• 7:00 AM (Oct 5): Course closes

Aid Stations & Support

Each loop features fully stocked aid stations offering water, snacks, soft drinks, and medical assistance.

Important Policies

• Required Gear: Headlamp or flashlight, backup batteries, weather-appropriate clothing, water bottle or hydration pack.
• No refunds; transfers allowed through Sept 27, 2025.
• No animals allowed.
• All events end at 7:00 AM.
• Camping available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Parking Information

Follow signage and volunteer directions to designated parking areas within Northshore Trails. Early arrival is recommended.

Join us for an unforgettable night of trail running!